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Roadmap to Reopen1

Information on COVID-19 public health measures in place in Ontario is evolving. Ensure to follow local public health measures.

Find more information pertaining to your public health unit here: (http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/common/system/services/phu/locations.aspx)

Information about which stage your public health unit is in can be found here: (https://www.ontario.ca/page/covid-19-response-framework-keeping-ontario-safe-and-open)

The Government of Ontario no longer requires businesses and organizations to check for proof of vaccination. However, individual businesses and organizations may choose to require presentation of your enhanced vaccine certificate along with valid ID displaying your name and date of birth. Your enhanced vaccine certificate with an official QR code can be acquired through downloading or printing your vaccine receipt from the provincial booking portal or by calling the Provincial Vaccine Booking Line (1-833-943-3900).

Source: The Government of Ontario

Information about urgent care for children 2

The Government of Ontario recommends to call 9-1-1 or visit the nearest emergency department if an infant under 3 months has a fever, difficulty breathing, and appears to be ill. 

The Government of Ontario recommends to call 9-1-1 or visit the nearest emergency department if infants and children over 3 months have any of the following signs/symptoms:

  • fever lasting longer than seven days
  • fever with a rash
  • has a compromised (weakened) immune system with a fever
  • breathing faster than usual or difficulty breathing
  • bluish skin colour
  • not drinking enough fluids
  • not waking up or not interacting
  • is so irritable that they do not want to be held
  • constant vomiting

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